SAFETY
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degreasing, cleaning or spraying operations. The heat and rays of the arc can react
with solvent vapors to form phosgene, a highly toxic gas, and other irritating
products.
Shielded gases used for arc welding can displace air and cause injury or death.
Always use enough ventilation, especially in confined areas, to insure breathing air
is safe.
Read and understand the manufacturer’s instructions for this equipment and the
consumables to be used, including the material safety data sheet and follow your
employer’s safety practices.
ARC RAYS CAN BURN.
Use a shield with the proper filter and cover plates to protect your eyes from
sparks and the rays of the arc when welding or observing open arc welding.
Use suitable clothing made from durable flame-resistant material to protect your
skin and that of your helpers from the arc rays.
Protect other nearby personnel with suitable, non-flammable screening and /or
warn them not to watch the arc nor expose themselves to the arc rays or to hot spatter
or metal.
SELF-PROTECTION
Keep all equipment safety guards, covers and devices in position and in good
repair. Keep hands, hair, clothing and tools away from V-belts, gears, fans and all
other moving parts when starting, operating or repairing equipment.
Do not put your hands near the engine fan. Do not attempt to override the governor
or idler by pushing on the throttle control rods while the engine is running
.
DO NOT
adds the fuel near an open flame welding arc or
when the engine is running. Stop the engine and allow it to cool before refueling to
prevent spilled fuel from vaporizing on contact with hot engine parts and igniting.
